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In this episode, Patti Parker talks with Mandi Moynihan from the USAA Educational Foundation, a nonprofit devoted to providing free financial education to the military community. Mandi shares how the foundation helps service members, veterans, and their families gain the knowledge and confidence to make smart financial decisions—from budgeting and debt management to planning for major life events. She also opens up about her own journey from West Point graduate to Certified Financial Planner, and how her personal experiences fuel her passion for financial empowerment. It’s an inspiring look at how education, discipline, and heart can strengthen the financial readiness of those who serve.

Check out Mandi on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mandi-moynihan-cfp%C2%AE-32084a127/

Get help from the USAA Educational Foundation here: https://usaaef.org/

(Since the date of this recording, Mandi has left the USAA Educational Foundation)

Patti Parker, CFP®, is the host of My Friends in Philanthropy and the founder of Discovery Financial, an independent advisory firm specializing in guiding clients through major life transitions such as retirement, marriage, divorce, or loss. With more than 20 years of experience in financial planning—and a prior career as a Registered Nurse—Parker brings a unique blend of expertise and compassion to her work, helping hundreds of individuals make confident financial decisions during challenging times. Through her podcast and her advisory practice, she is committed to elevating community impact and empowering people to navigate change with clarity and trust. Learn more about Patti's advising here: https://www.discoverywealthmanagement.com/our-team